Cafeteria Manager – Child Nutrition

Prince Edward County Public Schools; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Prince Edward County Public Schools in Farmville, Virginia, seeks a Cafeteria Manager – Child Nutrition to oversee the daily operation of the school’s nutrition program, ensuring nutritious meals, food safety, and compliance with USDA and VDOE standards.

The role requires supervising cafeteria staff, planning menus, managing production, serving meals, and maintaining accurate records for audits and reimbursements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Supervisory experience preferred in school food service.
• Knowledge of USDA Child Nutrition Program regulations and meal patterns.
• Ability to supervise, train, and motivate staff.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and direct daily food service operations at the assigned school site.
• Ensure meals meet USDA meal pattern requirements and follow standardized recipes.
• Oversee scratch cooking, production schedules, and proper food preparation techniques.
• Monitor food quality, presentation, portion control, and student satisfaction.
• Ensure compliance with HACCP, food safety, sanitation, and health department regulations.
• Supervise, train, and support cafeteria staff to ensure efficient operations.
• Foster teamwork and a positive work environment.
• Maintain records required for reimbursement, audits, and state or federal reviews.

Skills

Staff supervision

Customer service

Food safety knowledge

Strong communication

Adaptability

Education

HS diploma or GED

Tools

POS systems

Job description

• Position Type: Food Service Department/ Food Service Manager
• Date Posted: 9/4/2026
• Location: Prince Edward Middle School

PRINCE EDWARD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

FARMVILLE, VIRGINIA

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position Title: Cafeteria Manager – Child Nutrition

Department: Child Nutrition Program

Reports To: Child Nutrition Supervisor / Director of School Nutrition

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Terms of Employment: Ten-month employment. Salary to be determined by the school board.

Contract / Schedule: School-year position; workdays and hours determined by school schedule. Additional days required for training, planning, program setup, and end-of-year cleanup.

Position Purpose: The Cafeteria Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operation of the Prince Edward County Public Schools Child Nutrition Program at the assigned school. This position ensures the efficient production and service of nutritious meals in compliance with USDA, Virginia Department of Education, and Prince Edward County Public Schools regulations while maintaining high standards for food safety, customer service, fiscal accountability, and staff supervision.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

to include the following and other duties may be assigned.

• Plan, organize, and direct daily food service operations at the assigned school site
• Ensure meals meet USDA meal pattern requirements and follow standardized recipes
• Oversee scratch cooking, production schedules, and proper food preparation techniques
• Monitor food quality, presentation, portion control, and student satisfaction
• Ensure compliance with HACCP, food safety, sanitation, and health department regulations
• Supervise, train, and support cafeteria staff to ensure efficient operations
• Assign daily work schedules and responsibilities
• Foster teamwork, professionalism, and a positive work environment
• Support staff training requirements, including USDA Professional Standards
• Participate in employee evaluations in accordance with PECPS procedures

Meal Service & Customer Focus

• Oversee meal service to ensure timely, orderly, and student-friendly operations
• Address service issues and resolve concerns in a professional manner
• Ensure appropriate accommodations for students with special dietary needs
• Oversee point-of-sale (POS) operations and ensure accurate meal counts
• Ensure proper handling of cash, deposits, and documentation
• Monitor inventory, ordering, receiving, and storage of food and supplies
• Maintain records required for reimbursement, audits, and state or federal reviews

Compliance & Reporting

• Maintain required documentation for USDA, VDOE, and PECPS compliance
• Support administrative reviews, audits, and site inspections
• Implement corrective actions as directed
• Ensure civil rights requirements are followed during meal service
• Collaborate with the Child Nutrition Office on menus, procurement, and program initiatives
• Support program changes, including non-congregate meal service, emergency feeding, and special events
• Participate in planning meetings, trainings, and professional development
• Identify opportunities for improvement in efficiency, food quality, and customer service
• Perform other duties as assigned

Required Training

• USDA Professional Standards training (annual required hours for managers)
• Food safety and sanitation certification (as required)
• HACCP and food safety management training
• Civil Rights training
• Point-of-sale and financial accountability training
• Any additional training required by PECPS, VDOE, or USDA

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of USDA Child Nutrition Program regulations and meal patterns
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and HACCP principles
• Ability to supervise, train, and motivate staff
• Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to maintain accurate records and reports
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Ability to adapt to program changes and operational needs

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Previous school food service experience required; supervisory experience preferred
• Ability to meet training and certification requirements

Physical Demands

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time
• Ability to bend, stoop, reach, and lift frequently
• Ability to lift and carry up to 40–50 pounds, with or without assistance
• Ability to work in a kitchen environment with exposure to heat, cold, and noise
• School kitchen and cafeteria environment
• Exposure to commercial kitchen equipment, cleaning chemicals, and temperature variations

Evaluation

• Performance of the position will be evaluated annually in accordance with the provisions of the Prince Edward County School Board's policy on evaluation of classified personnel. Salary Range: $24,524 to $38,012